He said in a statement released Thursday that he's leaving for "personal reasons," though French media have reported on tensions around his efforts to innovate at the storied Opera de Paris since he joined 15 months ago.

Millepied, who has also danced for New York City Ballet and directed films and music videos, said his role didn't allow him enough time for "creation and artistic expression."

Millepied said he would continue to work with the company during this season and the next, and potentially in the years to come.

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